Robert Schwartz
13 Years at AB|24 Years of Experience
Robert Schwartz is a Senior Vice President and Portfolio Manager for High Yield. Previously, he was an AB Corporate Credit Research analyst, covering specialty finance, automotive, aerospace/defense and industrial companies. Prior to joining the firm in 2012, Schwartz analyzed the same industries as a senior credit analyst at Citadel Investment Group and Bell Point Capital Management. Before beginning his investing career in 2005, he was a project leader with Boston Consulting Group, where he advised industrial and financial companies on corporate strategy. Schwartz started his career as an automotive engineer working in Detroit, where he was awarded two patents. He holds a BS in mechanical engineering (summa cum laude) from the University of Michigan and an MBA (with high distinction) from the University of Michigan’s Stephen M. Ross School of Business. Location: Nashville
Published Work
With yield curves still inverted, a short-dated high-yield strategy continues to make sense for return-seeking investors with a defensive mindset.
Now, with yield curves inverted across North America, Europe and parts of Asia, investors can earn extra income without increasing interest-rate risk.
Fixed-income investors should include governance reviews in their investment process. Here's why.
Trade war fears have dominated the headlines recently, but European automakers already face other serious headwinds. We believe bond investors should tread warily in this sector.